Mercedes-Benz E-Class Problems and Repair Histories
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 402hp 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 0 | Replaced the wheel bearings | |
| Oct | 2012 | 0 | Contour seats making clicking nose, replaced the spring that inflates the side bolsters. Replaced the motor mechanism for rear headrest | |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 5580 | 0 | Sliding ashtray cover between driver and passenger seats not working |
| Jan | 2012 | 5580 | 0 | gas door not flush with rear fender body panel tilt steering wheel motor failed |
| Jan | 2013 | 19380 | 0 | Sunroof opens and closes very slowly. |
| Apr | 2013 | 22320 | 0 | Blind spot assure sensors not working - parts had to be ordered from Germany. |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Erratic and nonsensical automatic fan speed controller for the automatic climate control. |
| Dec | 2012 | 14000 | 0 | Interior blower fan finally quit for good. Power window regulator failed. Various dash rattles that would be more expected in a 20 year old Hyundai. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Dynamic driver's seat failed. Left 'wing' does not extend when turning right. |
| Jun | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Replacement parts installed for dynamic driver's seat. Confirmed working OK now. |
| Apr | 2013 | 23000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Satellite radio not working normally |
| Mar | 2013 | 19000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | Cylinder head leaking oil. Not gasket replaced head valves etc |
| Apr | 2013 | 24000 | 0 | Replaced Fan motor |
| May | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Rear suspension looses air and collapses after 2-3 days. Four or five rattles inside the car, some very prevalent. Fixed some of them, but the pano roof continued to produce excessive noise. There is also a noticable thud in the trunk that they said is a common trait of the air suspension. Suspension continues to collapse after a few days. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | vibration of steering on turning at slow speeds. Check front suspension for 4-matic (all-wheel-drive system) lubrication, successful adjustment. |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 9000 | 0 | Paint started coming off from the front bumper. First bubbles were noticed and it started peeling off. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | Bad sound quality from rear speakers |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 2000 | 0 | Auto trunk closer not working. |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 188hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Finland | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 94240 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 101400 | 177 | Slight shiver when accelerating gently. Reverse takes 2-5 seconds to engage. |
| Mar | 2013 | 103540 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 37000 | 0 | Windshield washer reservoir leaking Sat radio antenna bad |
| Nov | 2012 | 44000 | 0 | ESP Failure lamp on |
| Mar | 2013 | 48000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 27700 | 0 | Transmission was very slow to shift from D to R (more than 7 seconds) Dealer found no trouble codes at this time, therefore could not diagnose or find a problem Brought in due to a slight knock or rattle for approximately 3-4 sec at start up. Dealer said it was a fuel knock. Installed a fuel injector cleaner, advised me to run 91 octane fuel (I always do) and to run it hard to clean out carbon. |
| Jul | 2012 | 29300 | 0 | Transmission still had major delay going into Reverse, up to 8 seconds, This time tech confirmed, and found update to software, updated and now shifts with no delay. Engine still has slight knock or rattle upon cold startup. 2 days and 2 cold starts and tech could not duplicate. I will record noise since it is still making noise at this time. Not repaired. Windshield reservoir appears to be leaking. Had to fill 3 times in less than 6000 miles. Dealer pressure tested tank and found no leaks at this time. I will keep better records to see if this is truly an issue |
| Dec | 2012 | 31000 | 0 | Drivers door pull switch failed for Keyless go system. Dealer just diagnosed failure. Had to order parts. |
| Jan | 2013 | 32000 | 0 | Dealer installed new drivers side door pull switch for keyless go system |
| Mar | 2013 | 34000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 21000 | 495 | I felt alignment out of spec and had the system checked. They replaced 3 bolts and said it's done but I still got the same problem. Figured out that E-Class "drifts" more than normal becuase of light steering. Common occurrence. |
| Jun | 2012 | 22000 | 0 | Car didn't start in morning. Checked & Battery was good. Took the car to dealer and they checked it out. Said AC system doesn't shutdown properly and needed a software update. Did the software update, kept the car to verify it overnight. Took car back from previous trip. Noticed Nav/Sat Radio didn't work and no audio from speakers. Took the car back to dealer for another software update. Everything checked at dealer. (4 hrs). Took car back and noticed mbrace won't work! |
| Mar | 2013 | 40000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 30 | Battery replaced | |
| Apr | 2012 | 24300 | 0 | Comand system had multiple failures and drained the battery |
| Mar | 2013 | 33000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Faulty Navigation CD. Replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 6000 | 0 | Brake stability control failed. Supposedly due to wireless sensor in console. Replaced sensor. |
| Aug | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Navigation was taking us on ridiculous routes. Needed new disc and software. ALL early 2008 models seem to have this problem. |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | brake mount cracked |
| Oct | 2008 | 4000 | 0 | Brake mount replaced. |
| Aug | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Check engine light came on. Supposed software mod. Car ran fine prior to light and runs fine after fix. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Engine fails to start on first attempt. Second attempt to fix heater box. Each required a special part order from Germany, and they ripped apart my dashboard with each attempt to fix the car; one of the attempts resulted in the dealership not connecting the headlight switch leaving me without |
| Apr | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Third attempt to fix heater box. |
| May | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | They could not fix the 'not starting' problem (intermittent failure); when I returned the car, the engine light would stay on constantly. They determined it was the fuel pump, but the paperwork to return the car to MB was already processed. |
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
382-horsepower 5.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Cracked outside drivers mirror. |
| Feb | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Cracked outside mirror repaired under warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 45000 | 0 | Keyless Go drivers handle repaired. |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Clicking sound in engine. There was a service bulletin repaired lower part of engine replaced sprocket. 2,700 labor and about 600+ in parts. also had service c done |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | steering wheel position sensor failure, controlling ABS, etc. Replaced center console door handle; chrome plating was peeling. Repaired glove box door closer (strut). Corrected rattle in B pillar. |
| Nov | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | Replaced left front tire; belts separated. Performed 4-wheel alignment. Replaced (2) upper transverse control arm joints. Replaced right front strut. Replaced sunroof seal; discolored. Synchronised sunroof closing program. |
| Nov | 2010 | 41000 | 650 | Replaced front and rear brake pads and front rotors. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | grinding noise when turning [left, right, forward, reverse] |
| Jan | 2010 | 29000 | 470 | esp light coming on; speed control inoperative as well static in radio when rear defroster turned on; DTB existed-rear window replaced delay in transmission shifting; hard shift when engaged. Dealer states due for transmission service. bad vibration > 50 mph; tech checked balance, found 10g each real wheel. note: has less noticeable bent [?] |
| Aug | 2010 | 30300 | 0 | This was 3rd visit to repair ESP and Speedtronic that were intermittently failing. DTB performed |
| Oct | 2010 | 32000 | 0 | Vehicle in shop for 4th time to attempt permanent fix. Advised service manager that this now elevating to a safety issue. 2nd steering angle sensor replaced under warranty with "updated part"[apparently 1st module was defective]. |
| Mar | 2011 | 34000 | 0 | Owner reported no back illumination on exterior lamp switch; dealer inspected and compared to another E Class; advised only center illumination on switch. No problem found. |
| Jan | 2013 | 42000 | 0 | Factory campaign 201207002 cam solenoid TC 0060 continuous camshaft adjust; replaced Y49/7 [magnet] cam plugs and oil separator leaking; cam plugs and oil separator replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 27900 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 29140 | 0 | Faulty glow plugs replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Front passenger seat noticeably loose, allowing it to swivel from side to side. Seat track replaced. |
| Jul | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | one glow plug faulty |
| Dec | 2009 | 45000 | 0 | Transmission not shifting properly. Repair shop noted transmission fluid leak, replaced gasket and leak stopped. |
| Aug | 2011 | 73300 | 190 | air conditioner became less effective during longer trips, noticed ac condenser pipe freezing up. Replaced humidity sensor and problem appears resolved. |
| Dec | 2012 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 19000 | 300 | Trunk would open. |
| Sep | 2012 | 30000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | Passenger headrest adjuster switch broke off. Entire switch replaced by dealer in 15 minutes. A belt pully and pully guide was replaced because of a dealer campaign to do so. |
| Dec | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | SRS light came on, called dealer service manager. He said it was probably the cable harness of the airbag line to the steering column module. He ordered and replaced: the cable harness and the cable connector. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 27280 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 37200 | 0 | SRS light came on and was probably the steering wheel contact spring. I don't have the invoice yet so I don't know what was done exactly and how much. Trim had cracks that were present when I bought the car. Just didn't bother to replace til now. |
| Mar | 2011 | 72540 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 94000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 96000 | 500 | Pulley seized. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 51000 | 0 | Bad glow plug. |
| Mar | 2013 | 110000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
supercharged 469hp 5.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 45000 | 0 | Bladder for thigh extension was defective. Also radio speaker was replaced. |
| Feb | 2009 | 46000 | 0 | Parktronic indicator on dash was defective. |
| Dec | 2009 | 53000 | 0 | TPMS sensor failed. Dealer replaced all of them due to age. Problem resolved. |
| Nov | 2011 | 61500 | 0 | Rear SAM unit failure. Battery would drain overnight. Rear SAM unit replaced. |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 53000 | 600 | Replaced brake pads. |
| Jan | 2009 | 56000 | 200 | Transmission leak required new electronic plug and transmission service. Replace supercharger clutch pack also. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 27000 | 149 | Replaced cupholder after it broke. |
| Dec | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 187000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 195000 | 2400 | Failed left front wheel bearing. Replaced bearing, drive shaft, other parts. |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 91000 | 0 | Failed latch on tailgate. |
| Jul | 2012 | 94700 | 1100 | Collapse of left front air suspension strut. |
| Sep | 2012 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 87000 | 100 | Aux battery (original, 7-years old) failed and needed to be replaced. Picked one up at AutoZone and installed in the parking lot. |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 98000 | 300 | Thermostat failed open; car would not maintain proper operating temperature. Thermostat was replaced and problem was resolved. Small transmission fluid leak at electrical connector. Connector was replaced and transmission fluid flushed and replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 100000 | 650 | Fuel line from tank to engine mounted hi-pressure fuel pump had leak at connection. This fuel leak puddled on the fuel pump and boiled off, causing smoke under the hood. Dealer replaced lines and cleaned mating surface to abate leak. |
| Jun | 2011 | 101000 | 560 | Trunk mounted DVD Navigation drive failed, causing failure of navigation system. Repalcement of the drive was a used unit restored functionality. |
| Oct | 2011 | 106000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Norway | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 52080 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 53320 | 0 | replaced shock-absorber for a car with air-suspension. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 91000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 92000 | 350 | Keyless door lock failed on driver's side. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
302-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 99000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 103000 | 1200 | Brake "collector" (a cylinder that is part of the SBC brake system) had gone bad and had to be replaced. My right front blinker bulb quit working, but would not come unscrewed from the housing. It required taking my front bumper off and replacing the entire housing. |
| Apr | 2009 | 118000 | 950 | 02 and crank sensors replaced. |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 97000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 97000 | 1400 | "E" service performed plus 4 wheel brake pad/rotor replacement and flush. |
2003 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 67000 | 895 | Normal check up, but SBC Pump went bad, was replaced under MB extended coverage for this pump. Other work included normal A work up. |
| Dec | 2009 | 78000 | 3560 | Replaced rear brakes, other D level repairs and replacements. |
| Dec | 2011 | 90000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Zealand | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 50840 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 51460 | 1000 | Replaced front ball joints. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 104000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 109000 | 75 | Engine belt pulley replaced after several hairline cracks were diagnosed. |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 400 | suspension | |
| Aug | 2009 | 800 | CV joint boot left and right. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 4000 | transfer case failed. second time. repaired under MB extended warranty | |
2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 0 | LR window failed. Motor replaced under warranty. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 72300 | 550 | Rear passenger window regulator broke and was replaced. |
| Dec | 2012 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 57000 | 223 | Freon recharge, could not find leak |
| Dec | 2012 | 60000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 92000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 93000 | 2000 | Replaced 1 cat converter. And ball joint. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in West Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 80000 | 0 | During routine maintenance technician discovered a valve cover seeping. They are supposedly contacting my extended aftermarket warranty company trying to get them to pay for the repair. Rear window power sunshade is malfunctioning. They are supposedly contacting my extended aftermarket warranty company to see if they will cover the repairs. Requires a new part, they cannot fix it. |
| Mar | 2011 | 88000 | 0 | The power rear window sunshade material was bunching up instead of disappearing into the cargo shelf like it is supposed to. Car underwent inspection by warranty company, work approved, new part ordered and installed. Both valve covers have been leaking for several months and were gradually getting worse. Warranty company inspected and authorized the replacement of both sides gaskets. The sunroof wind deflector will not raise on its own. The tech said a vinyl strip became stiff and prevents its proper operation. His opinion was too expensive to pay for myself and the warranty company refused to authorize this. |
| May | 2011 | 89000 | 0 | I had the car in 30 days before my aftermarket warranty expires. Trunk lock was frozen and the tech lubed and fixed it. Waiting for warranty company to approve a couple of other things. No charges yet because the R.O. remains open. |
| Jun | 2011 | 89000 | 150 | Rubber insulation fell off the GPS antenna. The shield is not available by itself so I had to order the painted cap that comes with the antenna shield and the underlying gasket. The rain sensing wiper is not working properly. They installed a new sensor but that did not help. They are now trying to locate the service manual (theirs was discarded) to see if there is any adaptation (programming) required. |
| Aug | 2011 | 90500 | 500 | I ordered the parts and the tech installed the cap for the GPS antenna (rubber tip broke off) and the photo-chromatic glass for the driver's side mirror (was darkening). The tech finally had the service manual and my intermttant wiper problem is diagnosed as the aftermarket windshield. This was still covered by the warranty. |
| Oct | 2011 | 91000 | 200 | I had a check engine light and a P0170 code that indicated a possible failed MAF. A friend loaned me one, I swapped them, and that seemed to fix it. I then bought one and installed it myself; problem solved. |
| Feb | 2012 | 93000 | 0 | The power rear sunshade malfunctioned again. This is the 2nd time I have had this replaced and I am told they are unrepairable. The last time the aftermarket warranty covered this and this time the 12/12,000 MB warranty did. |
| Mar | 2012 | 93000 | 0 | Although I didn't have any known problems I went in for their free safety inspection. I was told that both front ball joints have some play in them. The tech said this is very common. |
| Sep | 2012 | 96000 | 0 | Second tech also said I needed new ball joints. Then I got my preferred tech, and he said the other two techs were trying to "hose" me. The other two techs are no longer working there. |
| Jan | 2013 | 97000 | 545 | I had a check engine light and the dealer found 2 problems. The crankshaft position sensor was bad and also an oxygen sensor (right front). I received a 10% discount because I had a coupon. |
| Mar | 2013 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 73780 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 74400 | 0 | Electrical leak drained battery. Replaced old aftermarket battery with new OEM unit from dealer for $400. Also unhooked integrated carphone, possible source of leak. Replaced 2 HID headlight bulbs. Installed permanent battery charger connection. |
| Feb | 2010 | 77780 | 0 | Intermittent engine non-starting (cranking, but not catching) resulted in CEL. Code described "crank position sensor". Code cleared, no charge. Repair to be made at later date with replacement sensor, problem not critical, will live with for now. |
| Mar | 2010 | 78740 | 300 | Loss of power when engine hot, cranked but wouldn't fire until cool. Crank position sensor replaced. |
| Jul | 2011 | 94860 | 1900 | Left-front wheel bearing heat-fused to hub, severely hamping wheel rotation. Two parts could not be separated in shop, whole assembly replaced. |
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 86800 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 88040 | 750 | Replace crankshaft sensor. Problem found in computer memory. Cost to repair $350. Front brakes/rotors, also B service. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 48000 | 1479 | Driver noticed unusual noise from front of engine. Diagnosed by shop as water pump bearing failure and water pump replaced. |
| Jul | 2011 | 53000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 117000 | 300 | heard noise when turning steering wheel, power steering fluid leak, changed 4 seals, 300 total cost. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Malaysia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 106640 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 111600 | 400 | Water pump bearing noise. water pump replaced. |
| Feb | 2012 | 119680 | 1800 | Body noise over bums. Front and rear shocks and chassis rubber absorbers. |
| Apr | 2012 | 122140 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Wagon
221-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 124620 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 127100 | 10000 | suspension, steering, some ignition coils rest of the ignition coils wheel bearing and parking brake shift lever unit. put so much money I can not afford to scrap it, as soon it's running well, I will get rid of this crapy car!! |
| Jun | 2011 | 127100 | 0 | One broken rear spring, AC compressor, parking brake...Sold the damned car!! Free at last! |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 145000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 160000 | 1923 | Replaced springs that were getting worn down. First time springs replaced and car is 11 years old, so I'm quite happy with how long they lasted me. :) When in for new springs, they found that the left-front spring perch was severely rusted and about to fail, so they had to replace that too. This really increased the bill, so I'm quite unhappy that this wasn't properly noticed previously. |
| Jul | 2012 | 174700 | 163 | Rear power window regulator broke, so I had to replace it. Took it to the dealer to get confirmation on what was broken, and then fixed it myself. |
| Oct | 2012 | 178000 | 813 | Had started having a real bad squeaking noise from the right rear of the vehicle. Ended up having to replace both rear shocks. Squeaking noise was still occurring, so I took the car back and had it diagnosed/repaired again. Dealer gave me a good discount on this trip, since they hadn't completely fixed the problem the first time. They also fixed my water pump. |
| Jan | 2013 | 181000 | 224 | Dealer found that an antifreeze leak was due to a loose radiator hose. Check engine light was due to a crankcase valve that needed to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 185000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4dr Sedan
275-horsepower 4.3L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 91000 | 120 | Something attaching the exhaust had broken loose, fixed with a welding job |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Engine not specified
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 139000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 141000 | 1 | Charcoal canister, valves. Driver's side tail light assembly, oil change and various bulbs. brakes |
| Aug | 2010 | 144000 | 750 | Seals, valve cover replaced. All engine mounts replaced. Ball joints replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 89000 | 300 | Rear passenger door actuator went bad. Bought touch up paint to fix scratches, new drivers side mirror, fix headliner |
| May | 2010 | 91000 | 500 | Transmission mount cracked. Shifter bushing wore out. |
| Sep | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 120000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 121700 | 200 | CAN BUS problem for interior electronics disabled windows, seats, locks, Homelink. Fixed by inspecting & cleaning control unit contacts & wiring |
| Jan | 2013 | 152000 | 100 | Instrument panel LED display went kooky |
| Mar | 2013 | 154000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic AWD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 118000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 119000 | 1200 | Water pump bearings bad. Replace water pump. Belt tensioner bad, replace also. Water pump replaced during first visit in January was defective. Dealer replaced water pump again. |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 82000 | 450 | Rear passenger power window broke. Replaced regulator and motor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 98000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 171000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 217000 | 100 | A/C blows hot - used superseal to repair leak. |
1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
8-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 153000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 154000 | 150 | Rust bubbles on both sides of vehicle - door skins, wheelwells, front fenders. (Owner) I chiseled/scraped out all rust spots, treated with Rust Bullet, sanded, repainted with base/clearcoat kit, wet sanded clear, rub out, wax, detail. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 120000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 121000 | 1032 | REPLACED THE CONDENSOR FAN AND CONTROL UNIT, RECHARGED SYSTEM. |
| Dec | 2011 | 128000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Chile | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 84320 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 84940 | 90 | Engine and transmission mounts had to be replaced after a loud noise and vibration coming from the engine and transmission. |
| Mar | 2013 | 89280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 207000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 217700 | 950 | Water pump and idler pulley belt tensioner were shot |
| Jun | 2011 | 221000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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